Born and raised in Minneapolis, Prince signed a record deal with Warner Bros. Records at the age of 19, soon releasing the albums For You (1978) and Prince (1979). He went on to achieve critical success with the influential albums Dirty Mind (1980), Controversy (1981), and 1999 (1982). His sixth album, Purple Rain (1984), was recorded with his new backing band the Revolution, and was also the soundtrack to the film of the same name in which he starred. Purple Rain garnered continued success for Prince and was a major commercial achievement, spending six consecutive months atop the Billboard 200 chart. The soundtrack also won Prince the Academy Award for Best Original Song Score. After disbanding the Revolution, Prince released the album Sign o' the Times (1987), widely hailed by critics as the greatest work of his career. In the midst of a contractual dispute with Warner Bros. in 1993, he changed his stage name to the unpronounceable symbol logo. Hollow circle above downward arrow crossed with a curlicued horn-shaped symbol and then a short bar (known to fans as the "Love Symbol") and was often referred to as The Artist Formerly Known as Prince (or TAFKAP) or simply The Artist.
After signing with Arista Records in 1998, Prince reverted to his original name in 2000. Over the next decade, six of his albums entered the U.S. top 10 charts. In April 2016, at the age of 57, Prince died after accidentally overdosing on fentanyl at his Paisley Park home and recording studio in Chanhassen, Minnesota. He was a prolific musician who released 39 albums during his life, with a vast array of unreleased material left in a custom-built bank vault underneath his home after his death, including fully completed albums and over 50 finished music videos. He also released songs under multiple pseudonyms during his life, as well as writing songs that were made popular after being covered by other musicians, most notably "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinéad O'Connor and "Manic Monday" by the Bangles. Estimates of the complete number of songs written by Prince range anywhere from 500 to well over 1,000. Released posthumously, his demo albums Piano and a Microphone 1983 (2018) and Originals (2019) both received critical acclaim.
Prince sold over 100 million records worldwide, ranking him among the best-selling music artists of all time. His awards included the Grammy President's Merit Award, the American Music Awards for Achievement and of Merit, the Billboard Icon Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2006, and the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2016, and was inducted twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_(musician)
Studio albums
For You (1978)
Prince (1979)
Dirty Mind (1980)
Controversy (1981)
1999 (1982)
Purple Rain (1984)
Around the World in a Day (1985)
Parade (1986)
Sign o' the Times (1987)
Lovesexy (1988)
Batman (1989)
Graffiti Bridge (1990)
Diamonds and Pearls (1991)
Love Symbol (1992)
Come (1994)
The Black Album (1994)
The Gold Experience (1995)
Chaos and Disorder (1996)
Emancipation (1996)
Crystal Ball (1998)
The Truth (1998)
The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale (1999)
Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic (1999)
The Rainbow Children (2001)
One Nite Alone... (2002)
Xpectation (2003)
N·E·W·S (2003)
The Chocolate Invasion (2004)
The Slaughterhouse (2004)
Musicology (2004)
3121 (2006)
Planet Earth (2007)
Lotusflow3r (2009)
MPLSound (2009)
20Ten (2010)
Plectrumelectrum (2014)
Art Official Age (2014)
HITnRUN Phase One (2015)
HITnRUN Phase Two (2015)
Posthumous releases:
Piano and a Microphone 1983 (2018)
Originals (2019)
Welcome 2 America (2021)
Prince also released two albums credited to Madhouse, three albums credited to the New Power Generation, and one credited to the N.P.G. Orchestra:
Madhouse:
8 (1987)
16 (1987)
The New Power Generation:
Goldnigga (1993)
Exodus (1995)
Newpower Soul (1998)
The N.P.G. Orchestra:
Kamasutra (1997)
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Somebody
Prince Lyrics
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Somewhere, someone
It's to o'clock in the morning and I just can't sleep
Outside the rain is pouring, I'm lonely as can be
Maybe tonight'll be different than the nights before
I need to feel someone beside me, I can't be alone no more
[Chorus]
Tonight I want to belong to someone (Someone)
Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody
Tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done (Oh yeah)
This big ol' world can be so empty livin' in it all alone
I realize, in its best disguise, a pretty house don't make a home
There's a hunger deep inside of me, how the fire burns
I want to give good love to someone and get good love in return, oh
[Chorus]
Somebody's somebody
Someone
I want to be somebody's body
Oh yes, oh yeah
Someone to hold me in that hour midnight
Someone to console me when things ain't goin' to right
Someone to bring me dinner sometime, yeah (Mine, all mine)
Somebody I can call all mine
It's 2:05 in the morning and I got no one to call
I'm longin' to hear another voice inside these lonely walls (Lonely walls)
Maybe 2night'll be different (different) than the nights before (Maybe not)
I need to feel someone beside me, I cannot be alone no more (No more, no more!)
[Chorus: x2]
Somebody's somebody
I don't want to be alone, no no!
I don't want to wait another day, no!
I'll do it over and over and over and over, yeah!
Oh, I don't want to wait, no!
Can I belong to you, baby? Oh yeah! (I want to belong to someone)
Oh, slow, deep and long
Do me over and over and over and over
(tonight I want to be somebody's somebody)
Oh yeah
If you're out there, come on, baby
I'll keep it hot for you
(tonight I want to be somebody's somebody)
Come on, baby
(tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done, oh yeah)
Done
Somebody's somebody
Prince's song "Somebody" is about loneliness and the desire to be loved and wanted by someone else. The lyrics describe the singer's longing for someone to share their life with, to hold them and console them when things aren't going well. The singer is feeling empty and realizes that even though they have a nice house, it doesn't make it a home. The song captures the feelings of loneliness and the human need for companionship and love.
The chorus, "Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody, tonight I want to belong to someone," emphasizes the singer's desperation for company and affection. The repetition of "somebody's somebody" and "someone" further accentuates the singer's longing to be a part of someone else's life.
The imagery of rain pouring outside and it being 2 o'clock in the morning creates a desolate, isolated mood that highlights the singer's loneliness. They feel like they have no one to turn to and long for someone to call their own. The song's melancholic tone and poignant lyrics have resonated with many listeners, making it an enduring classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Somebody's somebody
Everyone wants someone to belong to and to have close to them
Somewhere, someone
There's a person out there for everyone, even if they haven't found them yet
It's to o'clock in the morning and I just can't sleep
The singer is feeling restless and can't find peace or comfort in the late hours of the night
Outside the rain is pouring, I'm lonely as can be
The weather reflects the singer's emotions as they feel lonely and isolated from others
Maybe tonight'll be different than the nights before
The singer is hopeful that things will improve and they will find the companionship they desire
I need to feel someone beside me, I can't be alone no more
The singer is tired of being alone and desires the physical and emotional closeness of a partner
[Chorus] Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody
The singer is expressing their desire to find someone to belong to and have a deep connection with
This big ol' world can be so empty livin' in it all alone
The world can feel isolating and cold when one doesn't have someone to share it with
I realize, in its best disguise, a pretty house don't make a home
Material possessions can't replace the warmth and love of a true home and family
There's a hunger deep inside of me, how the fire burns
The singer has a strong need for connection and affection which they are deeply craving
I want to give good love to someone and get good love in return, oh
The singer wants to be able to reciprocate love and have it returned to them in kind
[Chorus]
Repeat of the chorus expressing the desire for companionship and belonging
Someone to hold me in that hour midnight
The singer wants someone to comfort them in the lonely hours of the night
Someone to console me when things ain't goin' to right
When things aren't going the singer's way, they want a supportive partner to help them cope
Someone to bring me dinner sometime, yeah (Mine, all mine)
The singer desires little acts of kindness and care from their partner, such as bringing them dinner
Somebody I can call all mine
The singer wants exclusivity in their relationship and someone they can call their own
It's 2:05 in the morning and I got no one to call
The singer is alone and doesn't have anyone they can reach out to for comfort or companionship
I'm longin' to hear another voice inside these lonely walls (Lonely walls)
The isolation and loneliness is causing the singer to feel trapped and suffocated
Maybe 2night'll be different (different) than the nights before (Maybe not)
Hopeful but uncertain, the singer is waiting to see if tonight will bring them the connection they crave
No more, no more!
The singer is expressing their exhaustion with being alone and their strong desire for a partner
I don't want to be alone, no no!
Repeat of the desire for companionship and their strong aversion to loneliness
I don't want to wait another day, no!
The singer is eager to find a partner and doesn't want to waste any time being alone
I'll do it over and over and over and over, yeah!
The singer is ready to keep searching and trying until they find what they're looking for
Can I belong to you, baby? Oh yeah! (I want to belong to someone)
The singer is reaching out to a hypothetical partner, expressing their desire to belong to someone and be in a relationship
Oh, slow, deep and long
The singer is expressing their desire for sexual intimacy with their partner
Do me over and over and over and over
The singer is expressing their desire for prolonged and repeated sexual encounters with their partner
(tonight I want to be somebody's somebody)
Repeat of the chorus expressing the desire for companionship
If you're out there, come on, baby
The singer is reaching out to potential partners and encouraging them to pursue a relationship
I'll keep it hot for you
The singer is expressing their ability to keep the passion and intimacy alive in a relationship
(tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done, oh yeah)
The singer is expressing their desire for a partner who is dedicated to satisfying their needs and desires
Done
The song ends with a repetition of 'done', possibly indicating the completion of the singer's search for companionship
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRENDA LEE EAGER, HILLIARD WILSON, PRINCE ROGERS NELSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@annziegelhofer2473
Prince is a masterpiece! His work is still ahead of what’s happening now!
@garryhairston5839
The moment when you realize how much Prince was ahead of his time, if this album was just released today it would soar to the top of the charts 👊✌️💪💯
@donnellaharris8559
Prince was just like Marvin Gaye ahead of there time
@loupcaldeira
Mhhhh… nah, not really. It really has this 90s sound
@tronoankirayoshikage7331
@@donnellaharris8559yeah
@tronoankirayoshikage7331
Mhm!
@AndreGandy-oy6qo
@@loupcaldeira00😅
@glamslamcam
I’ve always loved this song. This is one of those songs that has always hit me where I lived. I’ve been single for years and when I play this song, it lets me know that I’m not the only one who goes through moments of loneliness and wishing & longing to be “somebody’s somebody“. I saw someone say this and it’s so true, this song really is a mood. Songs like “Somebody’s Somebody” is the reason why Prince is my all-time favorite artist.
@druscillalee2183
I'm definitely in a mood of LONELINESS feeling LONELY ABOUT MUCH
HAPPY I CAN BE IN MY LONELINESS WITH PRINCE AND HIS MUSIC HIS GUITARS 🎶🎶 🎶 HIS PERFORMANCES HIS VIDEOS ALL OF HIM💜🕊️🕊️ PRINCE IS MY THERAPIST 💜 AND MY ESCAPISM 💜💜💜🕊️👏🏽
@anitakos1375
I’m feeling lonely during a long battle with Lyme illness. I honestly thank God for blessing us with beautiful Prince!! Omg!! I fell in love with Prince when I was 14!! I’m a mature lady who is sooooo grateful for Prince’s amazing music for every emotion and mood that I’m feeling or struggling with!! Awww I’m so sad Prince passed away. I’m heartbroken still 🙏💔❤️❤️❤️💜💜💜💜🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💋❤️❤️❤️💜💜